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Canopy Imaging's Immigration Chest X-ray


An immigration chest X-ray is a chest X-ray required for certain Visa and immigration applications.

It is primarily used to screen for tuberculosis (TB) and confirm that applicants meet immigration health requirements and regulations.

Most examinations appointments take 15 to 30 minutes, while the X-ray itself is completed in seconds.

This is a walk-in service and you do not need to make an appointment. 

What documentation do I need to bring to my appointment?

  • A valid passport (required for identification)
  • Your eMedical reference number (NZER), if provided
  • Any immigration medical paperwork or referral information from your panel physician

Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment to allow time for registration and identity checks

Canopy Imaging offers Immigration Chest X-rays at the following locations:

  • Kerikeri
  • Kensington Ave & Reyburn St Whangarei
  • Shakespeare Rd, Greville Rd, Lincoln Road & Ormiston Town Auckland
  • Rotorua
  • Taupo
  • Hawke's Bay
  • Gisborne
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Prior to your X-ray

To have an immigration chest X-ray, you must first see a Panel Physician and obtain a referral. Panel Physicians are doctors approved to carry out immigration medical examinations as part of visa and residency applications.

Please remember to bring your referral letter and passport to your appointment, as these are required to verify your identity and immigration documentation.
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Where can I get an X-ray?

We have multiple locations available for X-rays throughout New Zealand

Please select your location to contact us

Before your X-rayMost Canopy Imaging locations offer walk-in X-ray services, so an appointment is often not required. Just bring your referral form with you.  If you would prefer to book ahead, please contact your nearest clinic.

Before your examination, we may discuss:

  • Whether you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
  • The most convenient clinic location for you, and how to get there including parking and local services
  • What to expect during your examination
  • ACC, insurance or payment related questions
  • What happens after your X-ray

If you are unable to attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

When you arrive

On arrival, you may be asked to complete a questionnaire or consent form. A member of our team will explain the procedure and answer any questions you may have.

Depending on the area being examined, you may be asked to change into a gown and remove items such as jewellery, watches, hearing aids or other metal objects that could affect the quality of the images.

During your X-ray

Your examination will be performed by a qualified Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) or Radiographer.

The technologist will position you carefully and explain each step of the examination. Depending on the body part being imaged, you may be asked to stand, sit or lie down. Several images may be taken from different angles.

It is important to remain as still as possible while the images are being captured. The X-ray itself usually takes only a few seconds, although your appointment will typically take 15 to 30 minutes from start to finish.

After your X-ray

If you changed into a gown, you will be able to change back into your clothes immediately after the examination.

Your X-ray images will be reviewed by a Radiologist, who will prepare a report for your referring healthcare provider.

Your doctor, specialist or other referrer will discuss the results with you and explain any recommended next steps.